Leaves from the Note-Books of Lady Dorothy Nevill

"Leaves from the Note-Books of Lady Dorothy Nevill" by Lady Dorothy Nevill is a compilation of personal memoirs offering a window into early 20th-century society. The work invites readers into Lady Nevill's world of carefully curated memories, extracted directly from her vast collection of notes and scrapbooks, teeming with stories of famous people and noteworthy events. The book starts with an introduction to Lady Nevill's lifelong dedication to gathering stories and recollections, highlighting her encounters within prominent political and social circles. An engaging anecdote is about an electoral event featuring Mr. Bernal Osborne, which paints a picture of the lively and often comical interactions that shaped political life during her younger years. The initial portion of the book prepares readers for exploration of the characters, events, and social changes, providing a front-row seat to history as lived and observed through the unique eyes of Lady Dorothy Nevill.